What is the difference between Akamai Cloud and Compute Cheap?

Akamai Cloud and Compute Cheap are both cloud GPU providers offering different pricing models, features, and GPU availability. Use our comparison tool to see real-time pricing and feature differences.

Which is cheaper: Akamai Cloud or Compute Cheap?

Pricing varies by GPU model and usage requirements. Check our real-time comparison table to find the best deals for your specific needs.

Can I switch between Akamai Cloud and Compute Cheap?

Yes, both providers offer flexible cloud GPU services. However, consider factors like data transfer costs, setup time, and specific features when switching between providers.

How many GPU models are available for comparison?

We track pricing for 4 different GPU models across both Akamai Cloud and Compute Cheap, with 0 models available from both providers.

Akamai Cloud vs Compute Cheap

Compare GPU pricing between Akamai Cloud and Compute Cheap. Find the best rates for AI training, inference, and ML workloads.

Akamai Cloud

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Compute Cheap

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Comparison Overview

Total GPU Models

Akamai Cloud GPUs

Compute Cheap GPUs

Direct Comparisons

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 4Both available: 0Akamai Cloud: 1Compute Cheap: 3

Showing 4 of 4 GPUs

Last updated: 11/7/2026, 3:48:40 PM

GPU Model ↑	Akamai Cloud Price	Compute Cheap Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	Not Available	$1.38/hr★ Best	—	Compute Cheap
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Not Available Compute Cheap $1.38/hour Updated: 10/30/2026 ★Best Price Compute Cheap
H200 141GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	Not Available	$1.67/hr★ Best	—	Compute Cheap
H200 141GB VRAM • Not Available Compute Cheap $1.67/hour Updated: 10/30/2026 ★Best Price Compute Cheap
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	Not Available	$3.49/hr★ Best	—	Compute Cheap
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Not Available Compute Cheap $3.49/hour Updated: 10/30/2026 ★Best Price Compute Cheap
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud	$3.00/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akamai Cloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud $3.00/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akamai Cloud

H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	Not Available	$1.38/hr★ Best	—	Compute Cheap
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Not Available Compute Cheap $1.38/hour Updated: 10/30/2026 ★Best Price Compute Cheap
H200 141GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	Not Available	$1.67/hr★ Best	—	Compute Cheap
H200 141GB VRAM • Not Available Compute Cheap $1.67/hour Updated: 10/30/2026 ★Best Price Compute Cheap
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Compute Cheap	Not Available	$3.49/hr★ Best	—	Compute Cheap
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Not Available Compute Cheap $3.49/hour Updated: 10/30/2026 ★Best Price Compute Cheap
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud	$3.00/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Akamai Cloud
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Akamai Cloud $3.00/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Akamai Cloud

Features Comparison

Akamai Cloud

RTX-Class GPU Plans
Blackwell Server Edition, Ada and Quadro RTX cards offered as GPU Linodes with dedicated vCPU cores
Multi-GPU Plans
Plans carry 1 to 8 RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell cards, with vNUMA exposed on the 8-card plans, and 1 to 4 cards on RTX 4000 Ada and Quadro RTX 6000 plans
Multiple Regions
RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell plans are listed in 20 Akamai Cloud regions across Europe, Asia and North America; RTX 4000 Ada and Quadro RTX 6000 plans are listed in fewer

Compute Cheap

Flexible pricing options
Offers both spot and on-demand pricing for GPU compute.
Marketplace model
Enables capacity owners to compete for workloads, ensuring transparent pricing.
Idle capacity utilization
Utilizes underused infrastructure for cost-effective compute.
Pay-as-you-go model
Charges are based on usage, with no long-term commitments.
GPU-centric architecture
Designed primarily around GPU resources without added complexities.

Pros & Cons

Akamai Cloud

Advantages

Predictable flat-rate pricing model
Global region coverage inherited from the Akamai network
Blackwell-generation RTX PRO 6000 available alongside older RTX SKUs

Considerations

Catalog focused on RTX cards; H100/H200/B200 are not part of the public lineup
RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell and Quadro RTX 6000 plans are listed as limited deployment availability
A deposit may be required to deploy GPU Linodes on new or low-spend accounts

Compute Cheap

Advantages

Low-cost GPU options available
Flexible payment structure based on actual usage
Transparent pricing through marketplace competition
Efficient use of available hardware resources

Considerations

Lacks additional managed services
Limited details on support options

Compute Services

Akamai Cloud

Compute Cheap

Pricing Options

Akamai Cloud

Hourly Billing

GPU Linode plans are listed with hourly rates; review the pricing page for the full plan list

Compute Cheap

Getting Started

Akamai Cloud

Get Started

1
Create an account
Sign up at the Akamai Cloud / Linode console
2
Choose a GPU Linode plan
Select RTX 4000 Ada, Quadro RTX 6000 or RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell with the desired GPU count
3
Deploy and connect
Provision the instance via Cloud Manager, CLI or API and connect over SSH

Compute Cheap

Get Started

1
Explore GPU options
Visit the pricing page to review available GPU types and configurations.
2
Select compute type
Choose between spot or on-demand GPU resources.
3
Request access
Fill out the request form to initiate use of resources.
4
Set up workflow
Integrate your applications with the Compute Cheap platform.
5
Launch workloads
Start your GPU compute tasks based on selected resources.

Support & Global Availability

Akamai Cloud

Global Regions

GPU plans are listed in selected Akamai Cloud regions in North America, Europe and Asia, varying by GPU; RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell has the widest list

Support

Documentation, a community forum, and Akamai compute support

Compute Cheap